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Exterior Surfaces
Hand wash with warm water only.
Anode Rod
The anode rod should be removed from the water heater's tank
and inspected after a maximum of 3 years service, then annually
thereafter, and replaced when more than 6" (15.2cm) of core
wire is exposed at either end of the rod.
NOTE:Artificially softened water requires that the anode rod be
inspected annually.
Due to shock hazard and to prevent accidental water leaks,this
inspection should be done by a qualified servicer or plumber, and
requires that the electric power and cold water supply be turned
off before servicing the anode rod.
NOTICE: Do not remove the anode rod from the water heater's
tank except for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with
the anode rod removed will shorten the life of the glass-lined tank
and will void warranty coverage.
The anode rod consumption and replacement are not covered by
warranty.
Some areas have water conditions that may cause an odor to
develop in the water heater. Aluminum-Zinc alloy replacement
rods are available to address the condition.
Additional information for products with an anode depletion
sensing feature:
When the system indicates that the anode depletion sensing
anode rod is approaching end of life, it is recommended to
replace it. To silence the alarm, press the Anode button once.
Call GEService to order or to replace the anode depletion sensing
anode rod. After replacing, reset the Anode alarm by pressing
and holding the Anode button for 10 seconds until the control
beeps and the LEDabove the button turns off.
If an Aluminum-Zinc anode rod is installed to address a water
odor condition, the anode depletion sensing feature must
be disabled. Upon power-up after installing an Aluminum-
Zinc anode rod, the control will sound an alarm. To quiet the
alarm and disable the feature, first press the Anode button
once to silence the alarm, then press the Anode button 3
times. The control will beep and a message will scroll on the
display confirming that the feature has been disabled. Annual
inspections of the anode rod are recommended since the water
heater will no longer be capable of alerting for a depleted anode
rod. To enable the feature if an anode depletion sensing anode
rod is installed, press the Anode button 3 times. The control will
beep and a message will scroll on the display confirming that the
feature has been enabled.
NOTE:If the water heater has been installed with a device that
periodically cuts power to the water heater, the accuracy of the
anode rod depletion sensing feature may become compromised
and anode rod inspection every 2-3 years is recommended.
If the water heater will be inactive for a long period of time and
the water heater cannot be drained, it is recommended to leave
the power turned on with the water heater in vacation mode to
ensure that the feature will continue to operate properly while still
conserving energy.
NOTE:Refer to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in the Operating
Instructions (seepage 3).
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